The Rock Family of Companies is made up of nearly 100 separate businesses spanning fintech, sports, entertainment, real estate, startups and more. We’re united by our culture – a drive to find a better way that fuels our commitment to our clients, our community and our team members. We believe in and build inclusive workplaces, where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives are welcomed. Working for a company in the Family is about more than just a job – it’s about having the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.

As a Government Affairs & Strategy Intern, you'll work closely with full-time team members to make an impact on our local Detroit strategy, civic and community affairs, and government affairs efforts. This is an opportunity to use your communication and management skills to contribute to the prosperity of the City of Detroit and Family of Companies.

Interns at the Rock Family of Companies gain priceless hands-on experience. Here, they learn how it feels to be in the workplace, participate in events and become a valuable member of our team.

About the Role

Assist the Government Affairs team with a variety of tasks such as summarizing Detroit city council and economic development activities, proposed policy and other local matters.Attend government hearings and take detailed notesDraft internal emails with political and policy updates on issues impacting the state of Michigan, the city of Detroit, and the economic development community.Stay on top of policy issues that could affect the Family of CompaniesResearch policy issues and public officialsContact individuals that work with local, state and federal government relationsLearn about our business by attending meetings, huddles and trainingsShare creative ideas that will help improve our businessDeliver reports, analyze metrics and summarize information to help drive our team forward Assist in creating materials and/or presentations for meetingsTake notes during meetings and provide recaps

About You

Minimum Qualifications

Interest in politics, government, law, and commercial real estatePrior experience working with student body or governmentPrior experience conducting legal & policy researchExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong presentation skillsAbility to communicate with team members and outside contacts of all levelsAbility to juggle multiple projects at onceStrong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

Current Juris Doctorate candidate at an accredited universityPrior experience working in commercial real estate finance, development, and management

What You’ll Get

Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We’ve got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks.

About Us

Detroit-based Rock Ventures serves and connects Rocket Mortgage Founder and Cleveland Cavaliers Majority Owner Dan Gilbert’s portfolio of more than 100 companies. The Family of Companies’ mission is to increase growth, innovation and prosperity in the cities in which its thousands of team members live, work and play. Key initiatives include real estate development, community investments and economic development. 

This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the Company at any time.  Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.  The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team at Careers@myrocketcareer.com.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in any hiring or employment practices. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in completing the application and/or participating in the employment application process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Team, The Pulse, at Careers@myrocketcareer.com.